In its latest Form 13F filing, Peterson Wealth Services disclosed a 30.8% increase in its position in ASML Holding N.V. during the third quarter. The firm added 2,327 shares, bringing its total ownership to 9,884 shares. ASML now constitutes 2.2% of Peterson Wealth’s overall portfolio, making it the fund’s ninth largest holding. As of the filing date, the stake was valued at $9.57 million, reflecting the firm’s confidence in ASML’s advanced lithography business and long-term growth trajectory.

Several other major asset managers also expanded their ASML positions in recent quarters. Capstone Wealth Management increased its holding by 5.2%, adding 124 shares to reach 2,511 shares valued at approximately $1.66 million. AQR Capital Management more than doubled its stake—up 141.1%—acquiring 4,021 additional shares for a total of 6,871 shares worth $4.55 million. UBS Asset Management’s distinct business unit reported a 153.1% rise in ASML exposure, purchasing 10,411 shares to reach 17,210 shares valued at $11.40 million. Together, institutional investors now hold 26.07% of ASML’s outstanding stock.

In early May, ASML announced a quarterly dividend of $3.1771 per share, up from $1.88 in the prior period. This increase represents an annualized payout of $12.71 per share and a yield of roughly 0.9%. With a dividend payout ratio near 24.8%, ASML’s board signaled strong free cash flow generation and commitment to returning capital to shareholders as the company scales its extreme ultraviolet lithography business and invests in next-generation technology.